Join nVent as key technical lead -partnering with customers, sales, and engineering to turn real-world challenges into practical data center solutions. We're looking for mechanically minded problem ...
Join nVent as key technical lead -partnering with customers, sales, and engineering to turn real-world challenges into practical data center solutions. We're looking for mechanically minded problem ...
Join nVent as key technical lead -partnering with customers, sales, and engineering to turn real-world challenges into practical data center solutions. We're looking for mechanically minded problem ...
Join nVent as key technical lead -partnering with customers, sales, and engineering to turn real-world challenges into practical data center solutions. We're looking for mechanically minded problem ...
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Our Sales Engineering team empowers customers and partners to solve complex challenges with ... Data Center, and WAN networking opportunities globally. This role requires deep technicalexpertise ...
Our Sales Engineering team empowers customers and partners to solve complex challenges with ... Data Center, and WAN networking opportunities globally. This role requires deep technicalexpertise ...
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Senior Principal Hardware Engineer
Hopkinton, MA · On-site
$176K - $242K/yr
Engineers define intent, author precise specifications, and orchestrate AI agents that execute at ... Drive technical reviews and problem solving, leveraging data center expertise and SolidWorks ...
Senior Principal Hardware Engineer
Hopkinton, MA · On-site
$176K - $242K/yr
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Senior Principal Systems and Storage Engineer
Waltham, MA · On-site
$141.40 - $215.40/hr
When needed, you will also provide direct operational coverage for physical data center issues to ... engineering * Highly analytical, with a strong focus on cost visibility and optimization * Calm ...
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Senior Principal Systems and Storage Engineer
Waltham, MA · On-site
$141.40 - $215.40/hr
When needed, you will also provide direct operational coverage for physical data center issues to ... engineering * Highly analytical, with a strong focus on cost visibility and optimization * Calm ...
New
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... software engineering, and systems integration. We strongly believe : " If something cannot be ... Qualifications Required: Data Center Infrastructure PM. SW Tools Infrastructure Additional ...
Cloud Engineer
Westborough, MA · On-site
$100K - $126K/yr
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Westborough, MA · On-site
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Cloud Engineer
Westborough, MA · On-site +1
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
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Cloud Engineer
Westborough, MA · On-site +1
$57.50 - $76.75/hr
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Your Team, Your Impact The Data Center Engineering organization designs, builds, and integrates the processor, coherent cache, interconnect fabric, and the IO-bridge. The team works across ...
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Engineering Product Manager
Littleton, MA · On-site
$170K - $176K/yr
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Engineering Product Manager
Littleton, MA · On-site
$170K - $176K/yr
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Senior Principal Hardware Engineer
$137K - $190K/yr
Engineers define intent, author precise specifications, and orchestrate AI agents that execute at ... Experience working within data center environments and translating infrastructure needs into ...
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$137K - $190K/yr
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Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · Hybrid
$108K - $148K/yr
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Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · Hybrid
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Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of data center infrastructure, high-performance computing, and ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering * Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...
Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · On-site
$108K - $148K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of data center infrastructure, high-performance computing, and ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering * Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...
Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · Hybrid
$108K - $148K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of data center infrastructure, high-performance computing, and ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering * Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...
Senior HPC and Quantum Systems Engineer
Westford, MA · Hybrid
$108K - $148K/yr
This role sits at the intersection of data center infrastructure, high-performance computing, and ... Hybrid Quantum-HPC Platform Engineering * Build, deploy, and operate a hybrid computing platform ...
Data Center Engineer information
See Worcester, MA salary details
$51.4K - $64.6K
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What is the difference between Data Center Engineer vs Network Engineer?
| Aspect | Data Center Engineer | Network Engineer |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | CompTIA Server+, Cisco CCNA, Data Center-specific certifications | CCNA, CCNP, Cisco certifications |
| Work Environment | Data centers, server rooms, hardware-focused | Network infrastructure, routing, switching environments |
| Responsibilities | Design, maintain, and troubleshoot data center hardware and infrastructure | Design, implement, and manage network systems and connectivity |
While both roles require networking knowledge and certifications, Data Center Engineers focus on physical infrastructure, servers, and hardware within data centers. Network Engineers primarily work on network design, configuration, and troubleshooting of network systems. Understanding the hardware environment is key for Data Center Engineers, whereas Network Engineers concentrate on network connectivity and protocols.
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What is a data center engineer?
A data center engineer’s duties are to design, implement, and monitor information technology systems at a data center. A data center engineer must be familiar with a variety of IT hardware, such as servers, cables, power systems, and cooling equipment, needed to maintain the physical safety of an IT facility, which includes fire safety. Their job is to set up the infrastructure needed to connect servers and hard drives together, and be familiar with the capacity of the technology. After setting up IT systems, they are responsible for system monitoring, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO
Posted 25 days ago
nVent rating
7.3
Based on 75 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
320th of 537 rated manufacturers
Job description
We're looking for people who put their innovation to work to advance our success - and their own. Join an organization that ensures a more secure world through connecting and protecting our customers with inventive electrical solutions.
Join nVent as key technical lead -partnering with customers, sales, and engineering to turn real-world challenges into practical data center solutions. We're looking for mechanically minded problem-solvers who enjoy being in the field, understanding how systems fit together, and using that insight to deliver meaningful solutions to our customers.
WHAT YOU WILL EXPERIENCE IN THIS POSITION:
- Serve as a domain authority for nVent Data Solutions products, including their application, for nVent functions including Sales, Product Management, Operations, etc.
- Provide first-line product support by providing help to customers and colleagues using nVent Data Solutions and Electrical Connections - new products and services.
- Evaluate customer RFQs and build costing/quotes with technical and commercial content.
- Provide technical application assistance to identify modified and engineered products based on customer specifications and application requirements!
- Prepare and submit quotations & proposals of non-standard products using internal CPQ and ERP systems.
- Conduct product training for customers and train distributors on quoting tools.
- Prepare compliance documents against customer specifications.
- Lead strategic projects for product improvements, cost reduction, product consolidation, and new product development.
- Review training literature for technical accuracy including installation guides and procedures, operations manuals, and online learning.
- Represent nVent in industry codes and standards committees.
- Provide market-specific intelligence and feedback on products and services to the commercial teams. Assist commercial teams with voice-of-customer (VOC) visits.
- Plan activities together with the Sales Leader.
- Identify the project in the closing phase with the sales team and provide vital technical support!
- Advises their manager about all situations, developments, and occurrences that are significant for the manager or are requested by them, as well as about all upcoming decisions that require their approval.
- *While we have this role posted in multiple locations, we are only making 1 hire*
YOU HAVE:
- Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or applications engineering or equivalent work experience in Data Center cooling, infrastructure, design, and construction.
- Ideally 5+ years of experience in a technical application's role supporting Data Center product solutions.
- Ability to work 100% remotely from the eastern US and travel on average 30% across mainly the US and Canada.
- Strong technical background of Air and LiquidCooling Solutions in the Data Center space is preferred.
- Understanding of Data Center Power Architecture from UPS to rack/equipment level a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a customer 1st mentality.
WE HAVE:
A dynamic global reach with diverse operations around the world that will stretch your abilities, provide plentiful career opportunities, and allow you to make an impact every day
nVent is a leading global provider of electrical connection and protection solutions. We believe our inventive electrical solutions enable safer systems and ensure a more secure world. We design, manufacture, market, install and service high performance products and solutions that connect and protect some of the world's most sensitive equipment, buildings and critical processes. We offer a comprehensive range of systems protection and electrical connections solutions across industry-leading brands that are recognized globally for quality, reliability and innovation.
Our principal office is in London and our management office in the United States is in Minneapolis. Our robust portfolio of leading electrical product brands dates back more than 100 years and includes nVent CADDY, ERICO, HOFFMAN, ILSCO, SCHROFF and TRACHTE. Learn more at www.nvent.com.
Commitment to strengthen communities where our employees live and work
We encourage and support the philanthropic activities of our employees worldwide
Through our nVent in Action matching program, we provide funds to nonprofit and educational organizations where our employees volunteer or donate money
Core values that shape our culture and drive us to deliver the best for our employees and our customers. We're known for being:
Innovative & adaptable
Dedicated to absolute integrity
Focused on the customer first
Respectful and team oriented
Optimistic and energizing
Accountable for performance
Benefits to support the lives of our employees
Pay Transparency
nVent's pay scale is based on the expected range of total target cash pay for this job and the employee's work location. Total target cash is comprised of an employee's base salary and sales incentive target opportunity, when annual sales goals are achieved.
Employee pay within this range will be based on a combination of factors including knowledge, skills, abilities, experience, education, and performance. Where federal, state, or local minimum wage requirements exist, employee pay will comply.
If annual sales performance exceeds annual sales goals, the total target cash received may exceed the pay scale maximum reflected below.
Total Target Cash Range:
Geographic Region A: $101,400.00 - $188,300.00 +Geographic Region B: $110,600.00 - $205,400.00 +Geographic Region C: $96,300.00 - $178,800.00 +Depending on the position offered, employee may be eligible for other forms of compensation, such as annual incentives.
Benefit Overview
At nVent, we value our people and their health and well-being. We provide a broad benefits package with meaningful programs for eligible full-time employees that includes:
Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
Other supplemental benefits may include tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and/or legal & identity theft protection.
At nVent, we connect and protect our customers with inventive electrical solutions. People are our most valuable asset. Inclusion and diversity means that we celebrate and encourage each other's authenticity because we understand that uniqueness sparks growth.
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